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Ready to Meet Your New Favorite Hobby? Roar into prehistoric fun with the Mini Dino Bundle! This intermediate-level crochet set includes everything you need to stitch up three adorable amigurumi dinosaurs: a fearless T-Rex, a gentle Brontosaurus, and a soaring Pterodactyl. Whether you're a...

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Crochet Stingray Kit - Simon the Stingray

Ready to Meet Your New Favorite Hobby? Glide into your next creative adventure with Simon the Stingray! This intermediate-level crochet stingray kit is perfect for anyone looking to grow their skills and create a truly unique amigurumi plush. With soft chenille yarn in deep...

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Crochet Bee Kit

Ready to Meet Your New Favorite Hobby? Buzz into the world of crochet with our adorable Brent the Bee! This Crochet Bee kit is perfect for beginners who want to create their very own cheerful bee plush. Made from soft chenille yarn in bright...

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okey dokeys chenille yarn that never frays and never breaks in projects

Crochet Platypus Kit - Polly the Platypus

Ready to Meet Your New Favorite Hobby? Twirl into the world of crochet with Polly the Platypus! This beginner-friendly crochet platypus kit is perfect for anyone ready to learn to crochet and create an irresistibly cute amigurumi. With soft chenille yarn in cozy browns...

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How to Identify the Right Side of Crochet

Ever wonder which side of your crochet project should face out? The right side is like the star of the show, showing off your stitches...

How to Count Stitches, Rounds, and Rows

Learn how to count stitches, rows, and rounds with Okey Dokeys! This essential crochet skill may seem tricky, but with a few tips and some...

how to hold a crochet hook and crochet yarn for beginners, a super easy step by step tutorial

How to Hold a Crochet Hook and Yarn

Starting your crochet journey? Learn the basics of holding your hook—like the Pencil or Knife grip—and managing yarn tension for smooth stitches. With practice, you’ll...

crochet abbreviations guide by okey dokeys for your next crochet project when reading a crochet pattern

How to Read Crochet Abbreviations

Crochet patterns may look puzzling with their abbreviations, but they’re easier to read than you think! With Okey Dokeys' guide to crochet lingo, you’ll decode...

Crochet Basics – Learn How to Crochet Step by Step

New to crochet? Start here! Our Crochet Basics blog page is your go-to guide for learning everything you need to know—from your first chain stitch to finishing your first project. Whether you’re just picking up a hook or need a refresher, this beginner-friendly series walks you through each step with clear tutorials, helpful visuals, and easy-to-understand instructions. Explore essential skills like how to hold a crochet hook, tension your yarn, read patterns, and master the most common stitches. With tips, tricks, and step-by-step guides, our learn to crochet blog series makes it simple to get started and build confidence as you go. Perfect for beginners, parents teaching kids, or anyone wanting to dive into the world of crochet!